Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 2023 Period start date To Period end date 2024
Charity name: BQL Foundation
Charity registration number: 1194488
Objectives and Activities
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SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of Para 1.17 THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY IN THE GAMBIA BY
the charity as set out in its PROVIDING ITEMS AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS IN NEED
AND/OR CHARITIES, OR OTHER ORGANISATIONS WORKING TO
governing document PREVENT OR RELIEVE POVERTY.
Summary of the main Para 1.17 and 2 boreholes and food distribution.
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activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or services
identified in the accounts.
Statement confirming Para 1.18 Yes
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit
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SORP reference
Para 1.38
Policy on grant making
Para 1.38
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment
Para 1.38
Contribution made by
volunteers
Other
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Achievements and Performance
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | During the reportng period, the charity successfully delivered two key initatves aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable communites in The Gambia. Firstly, the charity funded and oversaw the constructon of two boreholes in rural areas, providing reliable access to clean and safe water for several hundred individuals. This has led to a signifcant reducton in waterborne illnesses, improved hygiene practces, and reduced the burden - partcularly on women and children - of travelling long distances to fetch water. The availability of clean water has also supported beter school atendance and increased tme for income-generatng actvites. Secondly, the charity carried out food distributon programmes to address immediate food insecurity among disadvantaged families. These distributons provided essental food supplies to households facing economic hardship, ensuring that basic nutritonal needs were met and relieving pressure on struggling communites. Together, these initatves have not only improved the immediate circumstances of the charity’s benefciaries but have also contributed to wider social benefts such as improved health, educatonal engagement, and community resilience. These eforts align with internatonal development goals and demonstrate the charity’s commitment to delivering sustainable, practcal support where it is most needed. |
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Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | At the end of the reportng period, the charity had a fnancial positon of £0 in reserves, with all income received during the year fully expended on charitable actvites. The charity operated on a cash-in, cash-out basis, ensuring that all donatons and grants were directed towards programme delivery, including water access (creaton of boreholes) and food distributon projects. There were no outstanding debts or liabilites at the end of the period. The trustees consider the fnancial performance to be consistent with the charity’s objectves and scale of operatons. While the charity remains fnancially stable, the absence of reserves highlights the need to strengthen income generaton and to plan for future sustainability. The trustees contnue to monitor the charity’s fnancial positon closely and are commited to improving fundraising eforts and building reserves in future years to enhance the charity’s resilience and ability to respond to unforeseen challenges. |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | We did not hold any reserves. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | N/A |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | The charity, during the reportng period, held zero fnancial reserves due to its operatng model and funding approach. All income received during the reportng period was allocated directly to charitable actvites in line with the charity’s objectves, including the provision of clean water and food aid to communites in need. The trustees are commited to ensuring that donor funds are used promptly and efectvely to deliver maximum impact. While the charity recognises the value of building reserves for future sustainability, its current fnancial positon and scale of operatons do not yet allow for surplus income to be set aside. The trustees regularly review the fnancial strategy and remain focused on developing income streams and fundraising capacity to enable the charity to build reserves in future periods, ensuring long-term stability and resilience. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | N/A |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | N/A |
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
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| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | The charity is governed by aCharitable Incorporated Organisaton (CIO) Foundaton model consttuton, which was adopted on17 May 2021. |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | The charity is aCharitable Incorporated Organisaton (CIO), established as a_Foundaton_type. It was registered on17 May 2021. Itscharitable objectis:“The preventon or relief of poverty in The Gambia by providing items and services to individuals in need and/or charites, or other organisatons working to prevent or relieve poverty.” |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | The charity is governed by aCharitable Incorporated Organisaton (CIO) Foundaton model consttuton. In accordance with this consttuton, trustees areappointed by the existng trusteesthrough a majority decision. There areno external bodies or individuals enttled to appoint trusteesunder the governing document. Trustees are selected based on their skills, experience, and commitment to the charity’s aims. The board of trustees regularly reviews its compositon to ensure a suitable range of expertse and representaton. |
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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
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| Relationship with any related parties |
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Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | BQL FOUNDATION |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charitynumber | 1194488 |
| Charity’s principal address | 7 Wensley Green |
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| Sheffield | |
| S4 8JQ | |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Aisha Khan | 2021 onwards | |||
| Ahmed Audhali | 2021 onwards | |||
| Adilah Hameed | 2021 onwards | |||
– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets The charity does not hold any funds or assets as custodian trustee on behalf of other individuals, organisations, or charities during the reporting period. held in this capacity
Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects
The charity does not hold assets on behalf of any other charity or organisation during the reporting period.
Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of Name Address adviser
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Aisha Khan Full name(s) Aisha Khan
Position (eg Secretary, Chair Chair, etc)
Date
06/09/2025
BQL Foundation
7 Wensley Green, Sheffield, S4 8JQ Charity Number: 1194488
Receipts and Payments accounts from the period 2023 to 2024
Donations (unrestricted funds)
£2287 £60 £20 £20 £20 £60 £20 £50 £20 £40 £150 £2170 TOTAL = £4937
Payments
1) Borehole - £2000 2) Borehole - £2000 3) Food Distribution - £937